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Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake - Thursday, November 27, 2025
Jake in the 307. Weekday mornings 6-10 a.m.
Jake NicholsNovember 27, 2025
Cowboy State Daily Radio Newscast: Thursday, November 27, 2025
Thursday's headlines include: * Wyo U.S. Attorney Drops Diesel Delete Case * Chance Englebert Family Disputes Cause Of Death * Wyoming Game Warden Sickened By Bear Cub Shooting
Mac WatsonNovember 27, 2025
Wyoming Legislator's Ex-Boyfriend Sues, Wants Money Back For Zimbabwe Leopard Hunt
The ex-boyfriend of Wyoming Rep. Nina Webber is suing her on claims she cheated him out of $6,000 for a Zimbabwe leopard- and elephant-hunting trip that followed an earlier safari to hunt hippo and crocodile. A bench trial in the case is ongoing.
Clair McFarlandNovember 27, 2025
Cheyenne Couple Accused Of Torturing Malnourished 14-Year-Old Boy
A Cheyenne couple is accused of torturing a 14-year-old boy. Prosecutors say the teen was forced to drink gallons of water and live in a basement. Doctors say he nearly died and showed clear signs of abuse and malnutrition.
Scott SchwebkeNovember 27, 2025
Letter To The Editor: Support Local Government, Don't Cut Property Taxes
Dear editor: I don’t believe the majority of the Wyoming Legislature cares any longer about local control, local investment, local support by local government in what we in Wyoming need. Prove me wrong, legislators. Don’t cut property taxes.
November 26, 2025
Chefs Don't Trust Artificial Intelligence To Tell Them How To Cook Thanksgiving Dinner
Wyoming chefs say they don't trust artificial intelligence to tell them how to cook Thanksgiving dinner. They say AI turkey recipes miss key steps like brining and resting, so they still trust human expertise for a juicy, tasty bird.
Renée JeanNovember 26, 2025
Letter To The Editor: Bill Sniffin Missed Some Wyoming Gifts
Dear editor: I enjoyed Bill Sniffin's column on Wyoming local Christmas gift opportunities. I'd like to add a few to that list.
November 26, 2025
How Desperate Would You Have To Be To Eat A Prairie Dog?
When it comes to gross things to eat in a survival situation, Wyoming has quite a few options, but it raises the question — who would resort to campfire-roasted prairie dog?
Mark HeinzNovember 26, 2025
Letter To The Editor: What Is The Wyoming-Made Solution For Affordable Health Care?
Dear editor: For the first time in my life, I’m completely helpless when it comes to my own coverage. I cannot afford health insurance in the very state whose health system I’ve helped support.
November 26, 2025
Wyoming U.S. Attorney Drops Diesel ‘Delete’ Case
Wyoming U.S. Attorney Darin Smith dropped felony diesel “delete” charges Wednesday against Gillette-raised mechanic Levi Krech. The rare dismissal, and a Trump pardon for another delete mechanic, may signal a less aggressive approach toward the practice.
Clair McFarlandNovember 26, 2025
Teen Accused Of Fighting With Troopers In Casper Also Tied To Summer Crime Sprees
An 18-year-old Sheridan man accused of fighting with troopers during a Casper traffic stop Saturday tried to drive off with drugs and a loaded handgun in his SUV. He also faces charges related to summer crime sprees across northeast Wyoming.
Dale KillingbeckNovember 26, 2025
Capitol Christmas Tree Has Come From Wyoming Once: A 67-Foot Spruce In 2010
The nation's Christmas tree that lights up the U.S. Capitol every year has come from Wyoming once. A 67-foot Engelmann spruce became the "People's Tree" in 2010, featuring thousands of LED lights and more than 5,000 ornaments from Wyomingites.
Dale KillingbeckNovember 26, 2025
Tom Lubnau: A Wyoming Thanksgiving for Our Politics
Columnist Tom Lubnau writes, "Every state has its share of sky-watchers who believe contrails hold mysterious powers. But most folks in Wyoming know that if the government truly wanted to influence the weather, they’d start by figuring out how to stop the wind in Rawlins..."
Tom LubnauNovember 26, 2025
Game Warden Says Montana Black Bear Cub Shooting ‘As Bad As It Gets’
Montana authorities are searching for whoever shot a black bear cub and left its carcass to rot, a wildlife code violation punishable by up to $2,000 in fines and jail time. As far as wildlife crimes go, this is "as bad as it gets," a game warden said.
Mark HeinzNovember 26, 2025
Wyoming History: Thanksgiving Used To Be About Costumes And Trick-Or-Treating
Prior to the 1930s, Thanksgiving in Wyoming included jack-o'-lanterns, costume parties and going door-to-door for what was basically trick-or-treating. The proper outfit to wear to dinner was a costume, not your Sunday best.
Jackie DorothyNovember 26, 2025
Family, Others Question Finding That Chance Englebert’s Death Was Accidental
Authorities reported Wednesday that Chance Englebert’s death was likely an accident by falling anywhere from 130-290 feet off a Scotts Bluff National Monument cliff. His family and others don’t buy it, saying they now have more questions than answers.
Jen KocherNovember 26, 2025
Wyoming History: 29 Years Ago Clinton Plane Crashed Into Jackson Mountain
It was a pitch-black night in 1996 when a President Clinton support C-130 ignored takeoff protocol and slammed into Sheep Mountain above Jackson at 200 mph, killing all nine onboard. The impact created a fireball that could be seen for miles.
Jake NicholsNovember 26, 2025
Cowboy State Daily Show with Jake - Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Jake in the 307. Weekday mornings 6-10 a.m.
Jake NicholsNovember 26, 2025
Cowboy State Daily Radio Newscast: Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Wednesday's headlines include: * Wombat Harasser Faces Multiple Charges In Wyo. * DNA Tests Confirms Remains Are Chance Englebert * Dennis Quaid Stars In New Yellowstone Ecosystem Series
Mac WatsonNovember 26, 2025
New Series “Saving Yellowstone With Dennis Quaid” Premieres On Animal Planet
A new docuseries “Saving Yellowstone” premieres Wednesday on Animal Planet featuring Dennis Quaid and a filmmaker known as “The Beaver Man.” They explore the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem while spotlighting threats and discoveries.
David MadisonNovember 26, 2025
Bill Sniffin: Unique Wyoming Gifts Should Be On Your Gift List For Christmas This Year
Columnist Bill Sniffin writes: “What to buy for Christmas? How about items made in Wyoming by your friends and neighbors? Here is my annual list for you to consider.”
Bill SniffinNovember 26, 2025
Woman Who Harassed Wombat In Australia Accused Of Wyoming Hunting Violations
A woman caught on video earlier this year harassing a baby wombat in Australia faces multiple charges claiming that she lied about her residency to get hunting tags in Wyoming.
Mark HeinzNovember 26, 2025
Gillette Doctor Reports Toddler Severely Scalded, Bruised In Babysitter’s Care
A Gillette woman is facing up to 10 years in prison on claims her brother-in-law’s 2-year-old son was severely scalded, “lashed,” and badly bruised while in her care. Her attorney says there's more to the story and the woman "is being villainized."
Clair McFarlandNovember 25, 2025
Ex-Casper Cop Appeals Harsh Prison Sentence For 17-Hour Standoff
A former Casper police officer who fired shots during a 17-hour standoff is asking the Wyoming Supreme Court to overturn a sentence far harsher than his plea deal anticipated. He says the judge wrongly rejected the deal.
Dale KillingbeckNovember 25, 2025